National Reactions after Vikings Hire John DeFilippo as Offensive Coordinator

Minnesota announced Friday morning that it has hired Eagles quarterbacks coach John DeFilippo to take over the Vikings offense.

DeFilippo spent the past two seasons in Philadelphia and helped the Eagles win Super Bowl LII over the Patriots on Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Social media was abuzz when word spread about DeFilippo’s hiring and after the Vikings announced it. Here are the top reactions from around the country about the new Vikings offensive coordinator:

A longtime personnel man lauded the move:

"They're getting a very, very, very industrious & very smart, young coach. He's worked his way up in the profession.. knows the game.. understands Quarterback play. He's a bright, young coach. Easy to get along with."

DeFilippo is a smart coach who was valued in the organization. He was part of the N. Dakota traveling tour when Eagles scouted C. Wentz. The team blocked him last year from OC interest. But his contract is up this year, and this is a clear promotion with a chance to call plays.

Always seemed like preparation was huge strength of John DeFilippo's. Gave QBs a 20-to-30 page test every Friday. Also said last week that he took a leading role in halftime adjustments since he sat in the booth. https://t.co/nwc7E6KisT